DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND PARTNERSHIP

Role Overview

The Director of Business Development and Partnerships is a senior leadership position responsible for driving organizational growth through strategic partnerships, business expansion initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and revenue-generating opportunities. The role focuses on identifying, developing, and managing relationships with government agencies, private sector organizations, educational institutions, industry associations, investors, and community stakeholders to support the organization’s mission and growth objectives.

The Director leads business development strategies, negotiates partnership agreements, identifies new markets and opportunities, and works closely with executive leadership to strengthen the organization’s presence locally, nationally, and internationally.

Job Description

Position Title: Director of Business Development and Partnerships

Reports To:

• Director of Strategic Planning and Growth
• Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
• Executive Director
• President

Department: Business Development and Partnerships

Employment Type: Full-Time Executive Position

Key Responsibilities

Business Development Strategy

• Develop and implement comprehensive business development strategies that support organizational growth objectives.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, markets, and revenue streams.
• Conduct market assessments and feasibility studies for expansion initiatives.
• Develop growth plans and business cases for new projects and programs.
• Support organizational sustainability through strategic business initiatives.

Partnership Development and Management

• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with government agencies, educational institutions, corporations, non-governmental organizations, and industry stakeholders.
• Identify partnership opportunities that support organizational growth and expansion.
• Lead negotiations of partnership agreements, memoranda of understanding (MOUs), and collaborative initiatives.
• Monitor partnership performance and ensure mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and strategic allies.

Market Expansion

• Identify opportunities for provincial, national, and international expansion.
• Develop market entry strategies for new regions and sectors.
• Coordinate business development initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support the establishment of new offices, programs, and operational partnerships.
• Evaluate emerging market trends and growth opportunities.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Represent the organization at conferences, trade missions, networking events, and stakeholder meetings.
• Build relationships with policymakers, community leaders, investors, and industry representatives.
• Strengthen the organization’s reputation and visibility within target markets.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations and engagement activities.
• Develop stakeholder engagement strategies that support organizational objectives.

Revenue Generation and Opportunity Development

• Identify funding opportunities, sponsorships, grants, and investment prospects.
• Develop proposals, business presentations, and partnership packages.
• Support contract negotiations and commercial agreements.
• Create opportunities that contribute to revenue growth and organizational sustainability.
• Monitor and report on business development performance indicators.

Strategic Collaboration

• Collaborate with marketing, operations, provincial leadership, and executive management teams.
• Align business development initiatives with strategic organizational goals.
• Support cross-functional projects that enhance organizational growth.
• Provide market intelligence and business insights to leadership.
• Contribute to organizational planning and decision‑making processes.